Strategic Finance Manager - Grants & Research Operations

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Singapore

On-site

SGD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

10 hours ago
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Job summary

National University of Singapore (NUS) Finance invites applications for a Finance Manager role to oversee financial operations for CIL, EAI, and LKYSPP. You will lead grant claims, audits, budgeting, and reporting, partnering with campus stakeholders to ensure sustainable, compliant financial management for research and policy initiatives.

You will manage grants, audits, tax filings, and financial analysis across multiple units, driving efficiencies and strategic planning in a dynamic academic

Qualifications

  • A recognized degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field.
  • Professional qualifications (CPA, CA, ACCA) are highly advantageous.
  • Excellent command of English, with superb written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Grant claim & grant audit management, ensuring terms are met and compliant.
  • In‑charge of monthly withholding tax filing, journal postings, asset verification, and balance sheet reviews.
  • Prepare periodic management reports, budgets, forecasts and actuals for Directors and stakeholders.
  • Provide financial advice for operations, planning and new initiatives, modelling scenarios for decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with university policies and donor requirements, promoting strong internal controls.

Skills

English communication

Education

Accountancy/Finance degree
CPA/CA/ACCA qualification

Tools

S4Hana
Jedox
PowerBI
Microsoft Excel

Job description

National University of Singapore (NUS) Finance invites applications for a Finance Manager role to oversee financial operations for CIL, EAI, and LKYSPP. You will lead grant claims, audits, budgeting, and reporting, partnering with campus stakeholders to ensure sustainable, compliant financial management for research and policy initiatives.

You will manage grants, audits, tax filings, and financial analysis across multiple units, driving efficiencies and strategic planning in a dynamic academic

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